What are the NNAAC membership criteria?

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Organizations who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply for NNAAC membership:

An independent Arab American community-based organization with an identifiable constituency and majority Arab American representation among the leadership of the organization and the populations served.

501(c)(3) status, or in the process of attaining 501(c)(3) status

A clear service, culture, or advocacy mission directed at the needs of the local Arab American community

A governance structure that includes a board of directors, transparent financial practices and bylaws that enumerate a productive, community-building agenda

Commitment to the spirit and mission of NNAAC through an inclusive approach to service provision, arts & culture, or advocacy